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Portland, TX - USA
Job Summary
Why work at Bradley Angle
Because you share our vision of a world where communities are free from domestic
violence and oppression and where loving compassionate and equitable relationships
exist for all people. Every day we work towards making this vision a reality by placing
people experiencing or at risk of domestic violence at the center of our services and by
providing them with safety education empowerment healing and hope. If you would
like to work in an environment where your contributions have a direct impact on
survivors of domestic violence Bradley Angle is the place for you!
About us
Bradley Angle is a dynamic social service organization offering safe shelter and
supportive services to survivors of domestic violence and their children since 1975.
Bradley Angle offers an array of holistic programs and services. A leader in creating
innovative community-based services which enhance the quality of life for all survivors
of domestic violence we work in partnership with others to create a safe and healthy
community.
Bradley Angle strives to have our staff reflect the diversity of our community and we are
committed to eliminating barriers to employment that many members of our community
face. We encourage Black Indigenous people of color people with disabilities people
with non-dominant gender identities and people with lived experience with domestic
violence who may not believe they meet all of the described qualifications to consider
what they contribute to the community and apply.
STATUS: Full time 1.0 FTE
SALARY: $29.50 per hr; health dental retirement generous paid time off; medical & dental insurance; retirement generous PTO $1 per hr pay differential for Bi-lingual
HOURS: 40 hours per week; Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
SUPERVISOR: Emergency Shelter Manager
LOCATION: Onsite: Shelter (85%) Resource Center (15%)
Who are we looking for
Someone that has knowledge of and experience working with communities of color and understands inequities related to accessing services.
Someone who will work well in a team setting as well as independently; be flexible and adapt well to different dynamics in a fast-paced work environment.
Someone who approaches situations and challenges in a solutions-based proactive and effective manner.
Someone that builds constructive working relationships characterized by high levels of acceptance cooperation and mutual respect.
Additional skills and competencies youll need.
Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing
Strong computer software skills
Knowledge of underlying issues impacting the intersection of domestic/sexual violence and homelessness
Knowledge of community resources (shelter food pantry utility support eviction prevention short term housing etc). specifically within Multnomah County
Ability to use professional boundaries with survivors and coworkers and appropriately handle sensitive information while maintaining strict confidentiality protocols
Work with participants co-workers supervisors community partners and other stakeholders in ways that uphold Bradley Angles Ethical Commitments and Organizational Values.
Maintain strict confidentiality and follow all Bradley Angle policies and procedures.
Provide ongoing survivor-centered advocacy including:
Safety planning
Goal planning
Weekly check-ins
Crisis intervention
Peer-based emotional support
Positive parenting support
Resource sharing and education
Meet with participants during regular office hours and schedule additional appointments as needed either at the shelter or in the community.
Maintain strong communication with all Bradley Angle Advocates and shelter staff to ensure seamless coordinated services for participants and their children.
Collaborate with internal and external partners to support participants goals including:
Co-advocacy with other Bradley Angle programs
Rental assistance navigation
Referrals for mental health counseling
Referrals for alcohol and drug treatment
Support accessing public assistance programs
Complete all required documentation including:
Intake forms
Releases of information
Service notes
Program statistics
Document services according to Bradley Angle file standards and funder requirements including entries in ServicePoint GroupTrail and written records.
Report critical incidents or challenging situations immediately to the Emergency Shelter Manager.
Model healthy conflict resolution and respectful communication with participants volunteers co-workers and community partners.
When on-site ensure the shelter facility is safe and secure by:
Implementing emergency procedures
Monitoring the facility and grounds regularly
Supporting ESS staff when they need to step away from the HUB or answer calls
Lead or support groups house meetings classes and workshops as appropriate.
Attend staff meetings training and professional development opportunities as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Requirements
Ability to support organization and program-specific mission and goals.
Minimum of two years of experience in social services community outreach advocacy social support and assistance. Strong preference for Intake and/or Resource Navigation in Multnomah County
Must be able to provide own transportation; mileage is reimbursed
Upon hire complete the required 40 hours of Domestic and Sexual Violence Advocacy Training
High School Diploma or equivalent (BA AA or some college coursework preferred)
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.
Interested Application Process:
Please review the qualifications we are looking for and take the time to look at our website to become familiar with our mission and programs. We would like to read resumes from qualified and interested candidates who take the time to respond to the specific dimensions outlined in this job announcement.
Please send your (a) resume (b) cover letter to and (c) complete the Bradley Angle application. Include Shelter Family Advocate in the subject line. Applicants who are missing any of the components listed will not be considered.
If we wish to move forward with an applicant we will reach out to them directly.
We look forward to receiving your application!
In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Department of Justice Policy Bradley Angle does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin disability sex gender age or sexual orientation.